New Orleans Saints @ Miami Dolphins: Interview with the Enemy
You know what time it is. This week, our "Interview with the Enemy" series means we're talking with Matty I, the main man in charge of SB Nation's Dolphins blog, The Phinsider. Read on as he fills us in on the Wildcat offense, the Fins secondary and Chad Henne. Special thanks to Matty I for his time and wonderfully in-depth answers.

CSC: How often do the Dolphins actually run the Wildcat? What have other teams done to successfully stop it?
TP: While I'm not sure of an exact percentage on how often the Dolphins run the Wildcat, it's definitely a big part of what they do offensively - even more so than it was last year. They ran it 16 times against the Jets in their last game - which included using it on the 3rd down play with 10 seconds left in the game, needing a touchdown to win from New York's 2 yard line. The players have bought into the formation to the point where they basically view it just as another formation. It's not a "gimmick" to these guys. It might be a gimmick when other NFL teams run it a few times per game. But to the Dolphins, it's simply a power running formation - with some various "gadget" wrinkles mixed in.
As far as successfully stopping it, the Ravens are the only team that comes to mind. But also keep in mind that when Baltimore stopped it last year, the Dolphins weren't nearly as good along their offensive line. The Jets, led by former Ravens defensive coordinator Rex Ryan, used similar techniques as the Ravens did last year to defend the Wildcat two weeks ago - but he failed to really stop it effectively. I think it comes down to having the right personnel - in particular speedy, athletic linebackers and an "Ed Reed style" of safety. And the bottom line is that, just like on any running play, the defense has to stay in their gaps and get off their blocks. In reality, there's nothing "tricky" about it. The Dolphins have just executed it brilliantly this season.
CSC: How does the Dolphins secondary match up against Drew Brees and his gaggle of talented receivers?
TP: It's not often you hear a receiving core referred to as a "gaggle of talented receivers." But in your case, that's probably the perfect way to describe it. Truth be told, the Dolphins really don't match up too well with that group. It's the depth that really kills the Dolphins. Cornerbacks Will Allen and rookies Sean Smith and Vontae Davis haven't been terrible. They've had their ups and downs, and surprisingly it's been Smith who has probably been the best of the corners. The Saints easily go four deep at receiver, though, and that scares the living daylights out of me. And because the Dolphins generally stick to having Allen play on one side and Smith on the other, I expect the Saints to dictate the matchups - meaning we'll have to see more of Marques Colston on the smaller Will Allen rather than up against the taller Sean Smith. And those kinds of matchups worry me.
But I'm even more worried about how the Dolphins plan to defend Jeremy Shockey and Reggie Bush. The Dolphins have struggled all year to defend athletic pass-catching tight ends and Shockey will give Miami's safeties matchup nightmares. Meanwhile, the Dolphins don't have one linebacker who excells in dropping into coverage - which is why the though of Reggie Bush coming out of the backfield has been haunting me since last week's game ended. In my opinion, it's those two players who are the real "X factors" of Sunday's game.
CSC: Vontae Davis was a strong candidate to be the Saints first round pick in this years draft by a lot of mock drafters. How has he been playing so far?
TP: Davis has played relatively well. He's made some plays - most obvious being the pick six against Buffalo two games ago where he read the out pattern like a book and easily jumped the route and made the interception. But he's also an aggressive corner, which the Dolphins knew when they took him. And he's made those kinds of rookie mistakes that aggressive corners make - for instance, peeking into the backfield resulting in a big play for the offense courtesy of a play-action fake. Those are the kinds of things he has to improve upon. But he's coming along.
However, it's been the other rookie - second round pick Sean Smith - who has been the starter since training camp opposite of Will Allen. He's got elite size (6'3 1/2) and terrific balk skills. He doesn't have an interception, but he's also only allowed one long reception so far this year. And he was matched up on Reggie Wayne back in week two for most of the game, limiting him to just 3 receptions for 37 yards. He also had a huge pass break-up last game while defending Braylon Edwards. Right now, I bet most Dolphin fans would tell you they are most confident in Smith among Miami's entire secondary - which says a lot.
CSC: Taking a look around The Phinsider, many fans seem to be labeling this as one of the biggest games of the year for them. Now that the Saints are undefeated, they've got a big target on their back. Should the Saints be worried about underestimating the Fins?
TP: It's definitely one of the biggest games of the year for the Dolphins. Starting out 0-3 really left little room for error in terms of the remaining 13 games. And the Dolphins have done a nice job of getting back into things despite that disappointing start. Even if New Orleans wasn't undefeated, this would be a big game for Miami. Their next two games are at New England and at the Jets. So the Dolphins can't afford to lose their fourth game of the year before making that potentially daunting road trip.
With that said, there's of course some extra juice in this game because the Saints come to Miami unbeaten. And there are a few reasons for that. I think that respect is one of them. The Saints just beat up on the Giants and come to Miami as a team who many feel is one of the top two teams in the league. A win by the Dolphins would not only put them back at .500 on the year, but would really generate some national buzz about this team. But more importantly, we can't forget those pesky '72 Dolphins - who start creeping up out of the wood work this time of the year when there are unbeaten teams. The "perfect season" is a big part of this franchise's history. The fans, especially, put an emphasis on the achievement. And when the Saints come down to Land Shark Stadium, expect the crowd to be fired up and ready to go. Make no mistake - no Dolphin fan wants another team to go undefeated ever again.
As far as underestimating the Dolphins, I could see some teams doing that. I think the Jets did that two weeks ago. But I just don't think the Saints, with their coaching staff, will let these players come down to Miami thinking they can just steam roll this team. I'm sure Sean Payton has at least brought up what the Dolphins did against the Colts in week two - dominating the time of possession battle and coming within one Ted Ginn dropped pass of knocking off the best team in the AFC. Miami's two other losses - to Atlanta and San Diego - were heavily aided by Dolphin miscues. If not for some turnovers, the Dolphins could easily have a better record heading into this game. So while some Saints fans might overlook the Dolphins, I don't think the Saints players and coaches will. But if they do, they are in for a rude awakening.
CSC: Tell Saints fans something about the Dolphins they wouldn't know.
TP: I'd imagine that most Saints fans aren't familiar with second-year quarterback Chad Henne. But you're going to get acquainted with him very soon when he makes his third career start on Sunday against New Orleans.
Here's an interesting little nugget about Henne. His quarterback rating in the two games he has started is 112.9. No quarterback in league history has ever posted a better passer rating in their first two career starts than Chad Henne posted. Everybody knows that Henne has a big arm. But I think what you'll learn on Sunday is just how composed Henne is. He never gets rattled and there's not once been a situation in which it looked liked Henne was shaken. He's confident, smart with the football, and will stand tall in the pocket to make a throw if necessary.
I'll be honest - I was probably as skeptical about Henne as anyone was. But his performance in the fourth quarter of a big-time rivalry game on a national stage - 9 of 11 for 121 yards and two touchdowns, including two critical third down conversions on the game-winning drive - has started turning me into a believer. And coming off of the bye week, I just have an inkling that the coaches might let Henne fling it around a little more than they have so far on Sunday.
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Wouldn't that be great?
The Saints go undefeated to the SB in the city where the only other undefeated team in history is from. I can see Bob Griese, Csonka, and the Merc in their box suite shooting banana peels from an air-cannon under the Saints O-line.
As far as this game, Henne might be good, but his WR corps (learn how to spell it, dude) is mediocre at best. I’m in a deep FF league and Ginn Jr. is a perpetual FA and he’s supposed to be one of their best. Saints need to watch out for Ricky because you know he’ll be looking for (more) revenge and they use him well on that team.
If we could just sythesize life in a laboratory, we could prove that the creation of life requires no intelligence.
by Tigernut on Oct 22, 2009 6:54 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
3 deciding factors
Besides what was described above I think there are three factors that can keep the game close or blow it wide open.
1) Field position- We know they want to control the clock. If they are constantly pinned deep, and we can get a few 3 and outs, it could turn into a repeat of their Indy game with quick scores for the Saints.
2) Turnovers- The number of possessions will be limited for both teams. I’m thinking about 4 per half per team. Whoever wins the turnover battle will get extra chances to put up points.
3) Penalties- Yes penalties. If Miami can stay away from first and 15 or second and twenty, then they can stick with the Wildcat. A holding penalty could nullify that for a series. I like our chances against their base offense.
by WhoDat_OH on Oct 22, 2009 7:08 AM CDT via mobile reply actions 0 recs
Thank good u like those odds!
About ur 1st point, i beleived Matty I said that we were a one drop TD pass to Ginn from winning that game : )
I will see the Dolphins win a SUPER BOWL before i die(22 years and counting)
by Aleta on Oct 23, 2009 1:55 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I rest my case.
The only thing worse than losing is not winning.
by Tigernut on Oct 23, 2009 7:43 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
agreed
unless they use their wildcat at an astounding rate henne will have to win this game with his arm for them and i dont see their passing game beating our new revised exellent defense.
and if they do use their wildcat at a high percentage i believe greg williams will have an answer for it
by simone219 on Oct 22, 2009 7:09 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Thank Jesus for so much beleiving ; )
BTW we dont use the WC in any HIGH grade, just a normal grade as any formation!
Also, look at the stats of the running game WITHOUT the WC : )
I will see the Dolphins win a SUPER BOWL before i die(22 years and counting)
by Aleta on Oct 23, 2009 1:57 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Gaggle of Talented Receivers
Love that term. Here in NC, our local drive-time sports talk show is hosted by Mark Packer (son of the much less enjoyable Billy), and he refers to the Saints as “Drew Brees and a bunch of frisbee-catchin’ dogs”…love that too.
by Jon B on Oct 22, 2009 7:43 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
ANOTHER NCer?
…where y’at? Greensboro here…MtnExile is in Ashville, carolinasaintsfan is in RDU….
…and yeah, that’s a great phrase! :-)
Irony: An atheist Saints fan.
by GSO Saints Fan on Oct 22, 2009 9:11 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Pac Man
Listen to him most days at 3p.m. The last time he was in Raleigh, doing a pre-game, I was there wearing a Saints game day jersey. A young lady at the bar informed me that Wake wasn’t playing. HaHa. The only thing going wild in Miami will be our frisbee-catchin’ dogs. Gotta love it.
A SAINT in Panther country
by carolinasaintsfan on Oct 22, 2009 9:44 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Wake Forest!
My g/f works for a small outfit associated with them, great school, good football program.
Funny stuff, getting mistaken for a WF fan.
There are a few IR’d WF players on the roster for us though…so…kinda works!
;-)
Irony: An atheist Saints fan.
by GSO Saints Fan on Oct 22, 2009 9:50 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Raleigh
Although I actually went to WF for Grad school, and lived in Winston-Salem for quite a while before moving here. Definitely lovin’ the black and gold as a Saints and Deacs fan. Who knew there were so many Saints fans in Panther Country?
MtnExile is in Asheville? I think that’s my favorite city in America – except maybe NOLA.
by Jon B on Oct 22, 2009 10:03 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Ah...
…I was over there for the first game, had to work a trade show at the fairgrounds, ended up bailing early (it was DEAD), closing up my booth and going to a joint called The Brickyard to watch the Lions/Saints.
Things keep goin’ this way, we’re gonna need to arrange a Super Bowl party for the North Cackalacky Contingent!
:-)
Irony: An atheist Saints fan.
by GSO Saints Fan on Oct 22, 2009 10:27 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
small world
In the post where the lady thought I had on a WF jersey, was at the Brickyard. For the Lions game were you doing the Southern Home Show? I worked that show several times. Where are you Jon B? Our D will hand Henne his Hiney.
A SAINT in Panther country
by carolinasaintsfan on Oct 22, 2009 10:57 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
No, it was a guitar show...
…I work here:
The Brickyard is NUTS, I wish it weren’t over an hour from home…however, I’m happy where I go here in GSO. :-)
Irony: An atheist Saints fan.
by GSO Saints Fan on Oct 22, 2009 11:28 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Holy Crikee!
I already have a Schecter Diamond Series that I can’t play…now I want to not play another bass!
Super Bowl 44: "If you play in this league and it's not your goal, there's something wrong with you." -- Marques Colston
by MtnExile on Oct 22, 2009 8:36 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
ROFL
I know how you feel man, imagine being surrounded by all that every day…
;-)
…anytime you’re down this way, give me a head’s up, and I’ll give you the nickel tour.
Irony: An atheist Saints fan.
by GSO Saints Fan on Oct 23, 2009 6:47 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
GSO - does the owner of Roscoe have a son that goes to OLG?
Just think how stupid the average Jest fan is, and then realize that half of them are even stupider! ( a parody of a George Carlin line)
Attorney General of the Matty I Fan Club
Driver of the draft Brandon Spikes bandwagon
by PhinsTifosi on Oct 23, 2009 1:26 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Uh...
…as a matter of fact, yes.
Are you in GSO?
Irony: An atheist Saints fan.
by GSO Saints Fan on Oct 23, 2009 6:47 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I like Frisbee-catchin' dogs. They're fun to watch... just like our team.
The only thing worse than losing is not winning.
by Tigernut on Oct 23, 2009 7:44 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Don't think the wildcat
is going to very effective against New Orleans unless the fins can get 4-6 yards consistantly on frist down. If they can then the likes of Ted Ginn will become a real threat. If the Saints can pull the Fins out of thier game plan and froce a vertical game, the Dolphins are going to be swimming in the deep in of the pool without much help. I do hope it’s a close game because a blow out would be boring. 27-24 Saints. But after 42years of pain and suffering along with the Saints I’ll take blow outs thru out the Superbowl.
by Lyle Lirette on Oct 22, 2009 9:43 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I won't argue because arguing is fruitless.
But I will say that every single team we’ve faced this year, their fans have assumed that the Wildcat won’t be effective against their team (especially heard this from Jet fans). And yet, it’s better now than it ever was last year – mainly because this offensive line is playing VERY well
by Matty I on Oct 22, 2009 11:11 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah, I hope our guys don't start sounding like those inssufferable New York fans...
“you’re not gonna drop 40 on us…”
“you haven’t played anyone yet…”
blah blah blah
Each week that was the pre-game theme, and each week they had to eat post-game crow.
Miami is VERY GOOD at running the football, and I don’t expect that to change.
by Hollywoo! on Oct 22, 2009 11:27 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
yeah, you huys are lucky
you aren’t in the same division as those D-bags. They still think they’re the best team in football.
Laces out!
-2008 AFC East Champions-
Suck it Pats, Bills and most of all... the god damn jets.
Sean Smith/Vontae Davis= Pat Surtain/Sam Madison
by BSerious72 on Oct 22, 2009 1:05 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I've noticed that this year
the Dolphins offensive line is doing a lot more zone blocking than they did last year. Especially in the Wildcat set. Maybe that has something to do with it. Well that and adding more wrinkles to it.
by WhoDat_OH on Oct 22, 2009 11:44 AM CDT via mobile up reply actions 0 recs
they did change their OL coach
and we found out that all the players hated the guy we had last year (Mike Maser). So the new guy was the assistant OL coach with the Giants last year. I think he has a lot to do with it.
by Matty I on Oct 22, 2009 3:39 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Plus 2 new(?) addition to the OL!
Well, one was bring by FA the other got injure in the 1st game of last year. ; )
I will see the Dolphins win a SUPER BOWL before i die(22 years and counting)
by Aleta on Oct 23, 2009 2:02 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I think we averaged 6.6 yards per Wildcat play
against the Jets in our last meeting? I know it typically adds 40% more yardage per play than our base offense…
I’m happy that everyone overlooks the Wildcat or sees it as a “gimmick”, or feels that their DC can stop it. Noone sees the Cat as much as NE, BUF, NYJ, and their defenses struggle with it…..and the Jets D is supposed to be pretty darn good.
But unfortunately, I think it’ll take more than the Wildcat to win this game for us. I think we’ll need some big stoppages in the Secondary, and I’m not sure we’re up for it.
Leader of the - Settle down Junior!, Henne is the Starter Movement
"We've moved. We're Here....Get Over it"
If Pat White played Tyler Thigpen for the starting QB position for the Miami Dolphins, who would win?
Answer - A 2010 Draft Pick
by Fr8Train on Oct 22, 2009 11:46 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
When other teams run it, it's a gimmick
When Miami runs it, it’s a formation. It is just a part of that supremely effective running game. Y’all have great backs, great O-line play, and you’ve been running that element of the offense for a while. I have no doubt N.O.‘s rush defense rank is going to take a hit this week, and it’s not solely because of the Wildcat. The important part will be if Miami can score seven consistently on the ground, and will our secondary be in good position when Henne takes his three or four shots downfield. Furthermore, the Saints will have to remain efficient with their running game, as I imagine the weather will limit Brees’ passing prowess some.
"Brees will kill you, but he lets you decide how fast he tightens the garrote." -Chris Brown
by FuSoYa on Oct 22, 2009 12:05 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
That's basically what I was going to say.
It’s been educational reading about Miami’s use of the wildcat. I haven’t watched a lot of Dolphin games, but it’s pretty obvious that it’s not a gimmick when they use it. I hope we have the answer to slowing it down.
by SaintsFan-KS on Oct 22, 2009 4:36 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Other teams didn't have Greg Williams.
The only thing worse than losing is not winning.
by Tigernut on Oct 23, 2009 7:45 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I wish I had your confidence
against the wild cat. When the Eagles used it against us, it gashed us. We just got lucky that they don’t do it that much so they got away from it. When the Jets used it against us, they gashed us. Again they don’t use it that much so they got away from it. The Dolphins use it a lot and they use it WAY, WAY better than either one of those two teams. I won’t lie, this thing has me nervous. I’m just hoping that since we know that they are going to use it more that we have been practicing how to defend it a lot more. Getting out to an early lead in this game is KEY!
"Everyone has a plan 'till they get punched in the mouth." --Mike Tyson
by vicvega26 on Oct 22, 2009 10:13 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
U just said it!!
Thats the key!!
U see! went team are getting ready again the Dolphins they HAVE to use practice time to try to stop the WC. That gets time from stoping us from other formations. So! basically! we put other team in the dilema of using practice time stoping the Wc vs forget about it cuase is a gimmick or let them play better on the other formations. ; )
I will see the Dolphins win a SUPER BOWL before i die(22 years and counting)
by Aleta on Oct 23, 2009 2:08 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Thanks Saintsational and Matty I
I think Interview with the Enemy is consistently the most enlightening post of the week.
by GlackAndBold on Oct 22, 2009 10:09 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Parenthetically,
I use Firefox, and while my bookmark to Canal Street Chronicles works fine, when I click on a link to another team’s SBNATION blog, the browser seems to refresh itself before it gets finished loading the page, and then refreshes itself over and over so that the page never loads (I end up going to Internet Explorer, where it works fine). I wonder if anyone else is experiencing this? If it’s happening for all Firefox users, it would be worth bringing to the attention of someone at SBNATION.
by GlackAndBold on Oct 22, 2009 10:13 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
i do not have that problem
Do you have the most up to date version?
by S'portDave on Oct 22, 2009 10:31 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yep, strangeness.
But if it’s just me then it’s not really a problem.
by GlackAndBold on Oct 22, 2009 10:53 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
OS X Safari, here
and SBNation is buggy as…well, bugshit. I don’t think they bother testing it for my platform.
Super Bowl 44: "If you play in this league and it's not your goal, there's something wrong with you." -- Marques Colston
by MtnExile on Oct 22, 2009 8:37 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
It happen to me!
went i try to browse CSC
I think, went i got here the 1st time it let me came her the next time lol
It was not pretty to get in here! ; )
I will see the Dolphins win a SUPER BOWL before i die(22 years and counting)
by Aleta on Oct 23, 2009 2:11 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
mine works fine as well. sorry
I see what you got...Lets rock - Al Bundy
by knucklesmalone on Oct 22, 2009 10:32 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I use Firefox
I don’t have any problems viewing any pages of SBNATION or CANAL STREET CHRONICLES.
I thank God every day for finding this blog, because it sure is hard getting Saints news here, and the “official” Saints web site doesn’t update their content often enough to satisfy my thirst for news and Saints info. I have to say also that I am impressed with the Dolphins fans so far, they seem very knowledgeable and personable.
"Never interrupt your enemy when he's making a mistake." -- Napoleon Bonaparte
by Cajun in CA on Oct 23, 2009 1:05 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
check your cookie permissions for each site
Whenever I have cookies denied for any of the SBNation sites, I get exactly that behavior. Now I allow CSC to set cookies “permanently”, and allow other sites to set cookies per session. Keeps me logged in and able to post comments on all of the SBNation sites.
by HB-NOLA on Oct 23, 2009 1:23 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Thanks HB-NOLA!
That is exactly it. When I allow cookies for the individual site, the problem goes away.
by GlackAndBold on Oct 27, 2009 9:39 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Henne
is going to be the next victim of our deceptively ass-kicking secondary. Wait and see…
by jful on Oct 22, 2009 10:33 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Hopefully ur 2dary will be eating the playaction ; )
I will see the Dolphins win a SUPER BOWL before i die(22 years and counting)
by Aleta on Oct 23, 2009 2:12 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Miami Fan Here: Just wanted to say Thanks!
We’ve said it quite a few times over at the Phinsider, but wanted to say thank you for having some top notch fans. Classy, respectful, and its been nothing but a joy to speak, debate, and discuss our upcoming game with you guys.
Appreciate your opinions, and feel free to stop over and say Hi anytime.
Leader of the - Settle down Junior!, Henne is the Starter Movement
"We've moved. We're Here....Get Over it"
If Pat White played Tyler Thigpen for the starting QB position for the Miami Dolphins, who would win?
Answer - A 2010 Draft Pick
by Fr8Train on Oct 22, 2009 11:48 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
indeed
a refreshing change from our last game – when we had Jet fans crawling all over the site. lol
by Matty I on Oct 22, 2009 3:40 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Jets fans suck
Well, actually most of them were fine. But a few of them could have bred queens, because they were royal dicks.
Super Bowl 44: "If you play in this league and it's not your goal, there's something wrong with you." -- Marques Colston
by MtnExile on Oct 22, 2009 8:39 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Well said!!
U guys are class A+
I will see the Dolphins win a SUPER BOWL before i die(22 years and counting)
by Aleta on Oct 23, 2009 2:13 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Phin Fan here
I am really looking forward to this game. The saints are a team i would cheer for unless they are up against the phins.
I really think this game is just going to come down to miami’s secondary play. This concerns me. I expect Shockey to have a huge game unless wilson(S) steps up. Wilson has been playing like garbage this year. I think Davis © will still be too aggressive and get burned a few times but he’ll learn someday. We will have to rely on Smith and Allen to try and get a Int or two. Miami’s run D needs to step up also and i think they can and will. So if we do these two thing i think Miami will have a pretty good chance to pull off the upset.
Oh yea. I will also be shocked if the saints stop the wildcat base on our o-line play.
31-28 Miami. yes im a homer.
by 54 on Oct 22, 2009 12:54 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
agreed
t too find myself rooting for the Saints when they play anybody other than the Dolphins. Just a likable team in a city that everyone has a soft spot for following Katrina.
by Matty I on Oct 22, 2009 3:41 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Also
there’s really no reason for anyone to hate the Saints except for maybe Atlanta and that’s because we have always been in the same division and came into the league around the same time. I think they came in a year or two before us. But if you are a fan of any team, you have probably kicked the Saints butts for most of you life! LOL
"Everyone has a plan 'till they get punched in the mouth." --Mike Tyson
by vicvega26 on Oct 22, 2009 10:21 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
ya know
this was a pretty cool city long before that damn hurricane came through. jus sayin’
by HB-NOLA on Oct 23, 2009 1:34 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeap!!
I consider No the 2nd place of parting in the word(1st in the USA).
I beleive Rio is the 1st.
Ps let me know if im wrong, cause those are the next 2 placeses im going for a blast!!
I will see the Dolphins win a SUPER BOWL before i die(22 years and counting)
by Aleta on Oct 23, 2009 2:17 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
an INT or 2?
Do you realize Drew hasn’t thrown a pick since week 2, and that was a lucky catch of a batted ball?
by HB-NOLA on Oct 23, 2009 1:36 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hope that info come in the game!! lol
U know went they put those stats on the tv , is a matter of time went the record is off! ; )
I will see the Dolphins win a SUPER BOWL before i die(22 years and counting)
by Aleta on Oct 23, 2009 2:18 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'm trying to put my finger on why our two fanbases respect each other...and I think I've figured it out...
It’s just so odd that so many of us have said that they root for the other team when not playing their team.
I thinks the root of the respect is that the two cities are blood brothers, bound by hurricanes. Kind of like a “Band of Brothers” type affection that is only formed through war.
Sorry to wax philosophical. Back to your regularly scheduled football coverage…
by Hollywoo! on Oct 22, 2009 1:14 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I grew up a fan of the Dolphins
I don’t know how it happened, but it did. I learned early on of the perfect team, and saw Griese in his final years. When Marino came on the scene, that was it for me. I still think he was the greatest QB to ever play the game. And at that time, as much as I loved my pitiful Saints, I had to have a team to root for that could actually win something. Duper and Clayton were one of the greatest WR tandems in the league. The original helicopter catch. Taking down the 85 Bears. And just another reason to hate the 49ers and Montana. Wonderful stuff all around.
by HB-NOLA on Oct 23, 2009 1:49 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
We did share Hurricane Andrew.
Boy, that Andrew was a helluva lover, wasn’t he?
The only thing worse than losing is not winning.
by Tigernut on Oct 23, 2009 7:50 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
after the last 3 games
against teams from New York state, any fan base is going to seem just swell by comparison.
Being a Saints fan will take years off your life
by MobileSaint on Oct 23, 2009 9:07 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I say
it is going to be a good game. The Giants didnt see the loss coming to them and neither did the their fans based on their pre-game comments about the Saints. Since i have been a long time Saints fan I have always learned to take it one game at a time. I love how they are playing and I do not see this game being a wash out by either team. Both are pumped and ready to play! I think the Giants expected their defense would stop Drew more and they didnt and therefor they mis-judged the ol black and gold boys…..With that said I know the Saints will not go into this game thinking they have already won, I say 31-28 Saints!!! Who Dat???
by Saints all the way! on Oct 22, 2009 1:46 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Although I respect the Dolphins' running game
and think that they are severely underrated, I have to call this as I see it. Saints will win this one going away. The Dolphins’ secondary just isn’t up to the job of stopping the air attack and I don’t see the Dolphins being able to generate enough pressure to knock Drew off his game. Even with slightly bad weather, I don’t see them slowing us down at all. Of course, if it becomes a Mud Bowl then Miami has a much better chance of keeping it close and maybe even squeaking out a win, but as it is now, I think we’re way too well coached and prepared to lose to the teams that we “should” beat. We know we’re not perennial front runners. We’ve missed the playoffs for too many years to overlook anyone on our schedule. Sorry Phins Fans, the Saints will take care of business this weekend, but good luck to you all with the rest of the season! I really do hope you all win the AFC East again (and leave the Patriots on the outside looking in, again!).
by ArithMattic on Oct 22, 2009 2:15 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Goodluck!
I think this game will be close. Both teams have outstanding running games. The main difference is the airmail Brees is able to deliver. If Miami is able to utilize a change of pace in the defense scheme with Wake, Porter, and Taylor we might be able to rush his decision. That is the only hope. We will need to control the clock and not let him do what Manning did. If this doesn’t happen we have no chance at all. The gaggle of frisbee catching dogs will destroy us. I will be there motivating Miami tho! My first Fins game in Miami.
by troynuke on Oct 22, 2009 3:06 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I'm realistic as anyone about this game and if we don't hit onthe key matchups that Matty has posted on the Phinsider. I don't believe Wake will be an issue becasue like last weekend he didn't get many reps.Why I don't know. Maybe because Sprano feels he'
You would think after the Buffalo game he’d get more reps. Instead he didn’t get many chances. We need to be in Drews face to stop this offense. Enough said because wilson, Smith Davis Allen none of them will stop him if Drew has time to throw. If we can put pressure and get a couple three and outs from our Defense we have a chance to win this game. Last we are underated and that’s the way we like it. it worked for us last year and it continues to work this year.
by D0lphins4Life on Oct 22, 2009 3:51 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
After this game I will continue to root for youguys. Of course unless you reach that 15-0 mark then I might start rooting against you guys (lol) either way best of luck to you guys this season.
by D0lphins4Life on Oct 22, 2009 3:53 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I will root for NO ..
after they have a 1 under the L
So that will be on monday ; )
I will see the Dolphins win a SUPER BOWL before i die(22 years and counting)
by Aleta on Oct 23, 2009 2:25 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Can't wait for the game guys! Lets hope for an injury free, close game! With the Dolphins winning of course :}
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by cbdolphin on Oct 22, 2009 4:35 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Man you had me!!
I was thinking the same thing! Right up until that “Dolphins winning” part!! LOL
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by vicvega26 on Oct 22, 2009 10:25 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
If you want to convert from the dark side, we will glady accept you over at the Phinsider :}
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by cbdolphin on Oct 22, 2009 10:39 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Switching teams
is againts my religion. If I could switch I would have a LONG time ago! Why start eatting peas now when there is finally some gravy on the taters! LOL
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by vicvega26 on Oct 23, 2009 1:12 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
vicvega26, this is like marriage for me!
I will do it JUST ONCE! ; )
I will see the Dolphins win a SUPER BOWL before i die(22 years and counting)
by Aleta on Oct 23, 2009 2:26 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I would
get a divorce before switching my team.
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by vicvega26 on Oct 23, 2009 4:03 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I HAVE...
…twice! :-\
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by GSO Saints Fan on Oct 23, 2009 6:51 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
My true love is the Saints.
But, if she don’t act right, I have a couple of fall-back gf’s, Miami being one and Carolina the other, cuz she’s the Saints lil’ sister.
The only thing worse than losing is not winning.
by Tigernut on Oct 23, 2009 7:53 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
This is going to be one great game.
I’ve heard experts saying this will be the game of the week, and being a dolphin fan, I agree of course. Out of all the games the Dolphins are playing this year, this has been the game I’ve been mostly looking forward to. My family also have alot of for the Saints, we cheer for them every single game, but not when they’re playing the Dolphins of course.
One main thing I wanna see is how Brees is going to be playing. It’s been really windy recently down here in Miami and the wind will be continuing until early next week, or so my local news said so. I’m not really expecting Brees to be going for long throws because of it, but hey, I could be wrong, however, I hope I’m right with the way our secondary has been playing with the deep ball.
I wish all of you saint fans good luck this weekend, this will be one of those games you can’t miss. It’s great being in a different blog where fans get along great.
by MikeyPhin on Oct 22, 2009 6:47 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
alot of love for the Saints*
excuse my typo.
by MikeyPhin on Oct 22, 2009 6:47 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
The Dolphins running game
I just wanted to point out that the Wildcat is only a small part of the Dolphins running game. When we do run the Wildcat there is no trickery to it. “We’re not running Statue of Liberties out of Wildcat. We’re running base and power. You have to stop it.”(Justin Smiley). We do the same thing in our base offense. What makes it work is our line wins the battle. They are knocking people off the ball every play. 4.84 yds a carry. I am not really worried about being able to score.. just being able to score quickly enough. We will definately have trouble with your receivers, and TEs and running backs coming out of the backfield. So far we have done a really good job with stuffing the run. But if you pass, we might have trouble(sarcasticly). We have 2 really talented rookies that show serious flashes at times, but they are rookies and sometimes they play like it. Our safeties seem to be content with tackling a defender as soon as he catches the ball 20 yds down the field (when they actually make the tackle) instead of trying to stop him from catching it. We have the most talented group of outside linebackers and DEs at putting pressure on the QB but so far we have gone with plain vanilla blitzes, and mostly tried to get pressure with four rushers.
by Jason Scott_90 on Oct 22, 2009 9:06 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
safeties content with tackling instead of trying to break up the pass
You need a new DC. That is exactly what was happening with the Saints D for the last 3 years. The lack of production from 2 of the most talented OLBs in the league just punctuates that problem. Sounds like your DC is coaching stops instead of attacks.
by HB-NOLA on Oct 23, 2009 2:01 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
run Forest run
I think we will see a lot of running from both teams. The Saints of course because of the weather and the limited touches the Saints will have due to the fins time of possession, they will not want to take a chance of having an interception or fumble off of a sack. The Dolphins because supposedly they like to run or something… I also think the Dolphins secondary will play well against the pass but will give up 3 or 4 long plays.
On a side note I heard when Ricky lines up at RB he will be sporting a green wedding dress and Ditka will even come out of retirement to block at TE for him while the Williams sisters will be throwing tennis balls at Brees and Gloria Estefan will sing “Mama Said Knock You Out” to distract Brees. Don’t worry fins fans, if the fish lose Angelina Jolie will adopt the entire team including the fans.
by J Rock on Oct 22, 2009 10:44 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Just wanted to say
that I’m looking forward to a good, close game. I’m going to the Edward Jones Dome to see the Colts bitchslap the Rams, and knowing how the tv stations work around here, I’ll probably get stuck with the Falcons/Cowboys game in the afternoon. Not having Sunday Ticket blows.
Anyways, best of luck to you guys and lets have a good competitive game! And no matter what the outcome of this game is, I’m looking forward to the Phins playing you guys again in Miami in February!
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